A man has been attacked after being allegedly approached by a group of teens in Southampton.

Police cordoned off the Strand on Tuesday evening after being alerted to the assault just before 6pm.

Two police cars and a police van were parked on Hanover Buildings, near Queensway roundabout.

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The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered minor injuries.

It is alleged he was approached by a group of teens before the attack.

Police searched the area but no-one was found.

The cordon has since been removed.

They are now appealing for witnesses.

Police statement in full

A police spokesperson said: "We were called out at 5.56pm yesterday evening (31 May) following reports of an assault on the Strand in Southampton. 

"Upon police arrival, they located a man in his 20s with minor injuries. It is alleged that he was approached by a group of teenagers before being assaulted.

"An extensive area search was conducted but no one was located nearby.

"Police enquiries remain ongoing to ascertain the exact circumstances of the incident.  Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting crime reference number 44220216260."

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